In this week’s message, Pastor K. Paul walks through Matthew 6:1–4, where Jesus warns us to “be careful not to do your acts of righteousness before men.” In a culture obsessed with being seen, Jesus invites us to something deeper—giving not for recognition, but from a heart transformed by grace. Learn how to examine your motives, understand the difference between empty and eternal rewards, and rediscover what it means to give from love, not out of duty or prestige.

In this week’s message, Pastor K. Paul unpacks one of Jesus’ most radical teachings — “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” He challenges us to step beyond comfort and convenience into a love that reflects the very heart of God. Loving our enemies isn’t weakness; it’s maturity. We’re called to be tools in the Maker’s hands — bringing light where there’s darkness and healing where there’s division. Pastor K. Paul closes with Corrie ten Boom’s powerful story of forgiveness, ...

This week, Pastor K.Paul unpacks Jesus’ radical teaching from Matthew 5:38–42. In a world obsessed with payback, Jesus calls us to live free from retaliation. Drawing from the oldest law known to humanity—“an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth”—Pastor K.Paul shows how this ancient rule was actually a starting point for mercy, not revenge.

This week, guest speaker, John Suciu, unpacks one of the most challenging passages in Scripture — Matthew 5:17–20. In it, Jesus declares that He didn’t come to abolish the Law, but to fulfill it. What does that mean for how we live today? Through humor, honesty, and deep biblical insight, John reminds us that Jesus is our Creator, our Destiny, and our Purpose — and that He has the audacity to tell us how to live. This message challenges us not to lower God’s standards for our comfort, but to ...

This week, Pastor Kodi unpacks the difference between a private and personal faith. A private faith is silent—kept hidden between you and God. But a personal faith impacts everyone around you, shining brightly for others to see. From Isaiah to Revelation, the story of the light points to Jesus, the true source of life. And now, we—the Church—are called to reflect that light. So wake up, repent, and declare the goodness of God wherever you go.

This week we kicked off our Live Free series with Jesus’ words: ‘You are the salt of the earth.’ Salt preserves, flavors, and purifies—but only when it leaves the shaker. Discover what it means to live as salt in the world and bring real impact in Christ. October 5, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 5:13

This week at Avalon we closed out our Beatitudes series with a challenging message: Blessed Insults. Jesus reminds us that persecution is not a sign of failure, but a mark of faithfulness. From the slander faced by the early church to the pressures we face today, following Christ will cost us something — but it’s worth everything. In this message Pastor K.Paul explores what it means to live as ‘activated Christians,’ why the world won’t always like us, and why we must always choose Christ ove...

Persecution is not the end of the story—it’s part of faithfully following Jesus. In this message, Pastor Bob Smith unpacks Matthew 5:10–12, reminding us that persecution is not a sign of failure but of faithfulness. Discover why Jesus calls the persecuted ‘blessed,’ how the kingdom of heaven sustains us in trials, and how to rejoice when the world pushes back against the light of Christ.

In this week’s message, Pastor K. Paul continues our Beatitudes series by unpacking Jesus’ words: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” What does it mean to truly be at peace with God? And how do we live as Christ’s ambassadors of reconciliation in a world desperate for peace? Discover why peace is not something we keep but Someone we know—the Prince of Peace.

September 7, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 5:1–8 This week, Pastor K. Paul unpacked Jesus’ words: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” (Matthew 5:8). Do you want to see God more clearly in your life, your family, your city? It starts with the heart. Listen in as we talk about holiness, guarding your heart, and the dangerous prayer that could change everything.

August 31, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 5:1–7 What does it really mean to live with mercy? This week at Avalon, Pastor K. Paul continued our journey through the Beatitudes with a message called “Blessed Mercy” from Matthew 5:7: “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” Mercy, Pastor K. Paul explained, isn’t just feeling sorry for someone—it’s entering their world, seeing with their eyes, feeling with their heart, and walking with them in their struggle. Mercy triumphs over j...

This week in our Beatitudes series, Pastor K. Paul unpacks one of the most searching questions Jesus ever raises: What are you hungry for? Jesus said, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” But so often, we chase after happiness, possessions, and self-driven goals—only to end up empty. What if true fulfillment isn’t about consuming more…but surrendering more? In this message, discover how a hunger for God’s presence and His righteousness can tran...

August 17, 2025 • Kodi Mullins • Matthew 5:5 This week, Pastor Kodi continues our Beatitudes series with a deep dive into “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” Far from weakness, biblical meekness is gentleness, humility, and increased faith in the One who holds all things together. Through stories, Scripture, and real-life examples, we’ll see how meekness transforms how we respond under pressure and points us to the eternal hope we have in Christ. Whether you’ve walked wi...

August 10, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 5:1–4 This week, we explored Jesus’ words: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” But this isn’t just about personal grief—it’s about spiritual brokenness. When we truly mourn our sin and the suffering of others, we find ourselves aligned with the heart of God. Listen in as we uncover how mourning opens our eyes, softens our hearts, and leads us to the hope only Jesus can give.

August 3, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 5:1–3, Matthew 7:24–29 In this message from our Beatitudes series, we explore Jesus’ bold opening line: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” What does it mean to be poor in spirit—and why would Jesus call it blessed? Discover why the gateway to the Kingdom of God is through spiritual dependence, not strength, and how embracing your need for God leads to true freedom. 🔗 Subscribe for weekly teachings on the life...

July 20, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 12:9–21 As we look at the 12 men who Jesus called his disciples, Pastor K.Paul asks this question, "What would you die for?"

July 20, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 12:9–21 Jesus walks into a synagogue and sees a man with a withered hand. But He also sees a room full of withered hearts. This week’s message isn’t just about healing—it's about what you’re gripping so tightly… that it might be gripping you back. Religion vs. compassion. Rules vs. restoration. And a simple invitation that still echoes today: “Stretch out your hand.” It’s time to let go. Not of your faith—but of everything else trying to take it...

July 13, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • Matthew 12:1–8 This week, Pastor K. Paul walks us through Matthew 12:1–8 and challenges us to rethink the Sabbath—not as a list of rules to follow, but as a gift to receive. Jesus drew four powerful conclusions that flip the script on legalism: God values mercy and love more than ritual precision.The Sabbath was made to bless us, not burden us.Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath—and He is our rest.Human traditions must never override God’s Word.At the heart of the mes...

July 6, 2025 • K.Paul Maurer • John 5:16–40

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